1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Tipo | 356 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
